You’ve got a lot of options with these add-ins. I used apples because I had a lot of them on hand, but you could easily use pears if you wanted to, and that would be a delicious alternative. I’ve also upgraded this grilled cheese sandwich with some greens. Try spinach, arugula, or even lettuce.

The key to making this really tasty is pan grilling it with either olive oil or butter and accenting with a spice you might not have even considered: oregano. I sprinkle it on both the inside and outside of the bread. It adds a wonderful pop of flavor and gives this grilled cheese a gourmet flair.